MAY 2004, VOLUME 32, NUMBER 1, Abstract 1
Self-Esteem, Hypnosis, and Ego-Enhancement
Simon P. Stafrace, Psychiatrist in Private Practice
Self-esteem is a construct underlying many psychological and psychiatric theories. At the same time, despite its integral role in therapy, it is not well articulated in the literature. This paper describes the concepts of self-esteem and self-concept, their role in psychological and emotional wellbeing, and utilisation in a range of therapies. It concludes with a review of hypnosis in ego-strengthening.